1. Grassfield High School Bands 2012 Sponsorships

2. Grassfield Bands Program: Our Mission Provide each student a comprehensive music education, foster the development of essential character qualities including a commitment to excellence, a strong work ethic, personal integrity and leadership skills Enhance and promote Grassfield High School and the Grassfield community through the public performance of quality music.

3. We welcome your support of the Award-Winning Grassfield Bands Program! Virginia Honors Band 2011-2012 2010-2011 2009-2010 2008-2009 Marching Grizzlies Grand Champions: SEVA Music Games 2009, 2011 Menchville Monarch Invitational 2010 USSBA VA Southeastern Preview 2009 Patriot Invitational 2008 Winter Guard AIA Circuit Championship-A2 2010 Gold Medalist AIA Circuit Championship-A3 2009 Silver Medalist Superior Ratings Marching Grizzlies, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 Symphonic Band, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 Concert Band, 2010 & 2011 9th Grade Band, 2008, 2012 Excellent Ratings Concert Band, 2009, 2011 9th Grade Band, 2009, 2010, 2011 Marching Grizzlies 2007

4. Grassfield High Schools 2011 Marching Band & Colorguard The staff and students of the Grassfield Bands Program along with the GFBPA worked hard to fund the rewarding experience of taking Hampton Roads musical excellence to Disney Worlds Main Street USA in 2011!

5. What Sponsorships do for us… Community-supported sponsorships and donations to the Grassfield Bands Program through the Grassfield Band Parents Association (a 501(c) organization) do the following and more: Help support the purchase of instruments, music and uniforms Enable travel to compete in local, regional and national championship competitions Reduce the financial burden of students and their families Contribute to GFBPA-awarded scholarships to deserving graduating band seniors

6. Importance of supporting Music Education It is our job, as parents, educators, and friends, to see that our young people have the opportunity to attain the thorough education that will prepare them for the future... We must encourage our youngsters in such pursuits as music education. In addition to learning the valuable lesson that it takes hard work to achieve success, no matter what the arena, music education can provide students with a strong sense of determination, improved communication skills, and a host of other qualities essential for successful living. - Edward H. Rensi, President and C.O.O., U.S.A. McDonald's Corporation Americans have always made music. From the pioneers to the astronauts, music has been a part of our country's character. While we share songs with our children, we are also giving them part of America. -Burl Ives, American actor and folksinger

7. Premier Level 2012-2013 Presenting Sponsor Prominent logo placement on equipment trailer and season's show t-shirts, on signs at band events (to include prominent 3x5 banner at the inaugural Grassfield Marching Classic in October) Recognition at home football games during half-time band performance introduction, recognition during the Grassfield Marching Classic & as permitted at band concerts Full-page sized ad in band event programs, including in Grassfield Marching Classic program Logo placement on our website under season sponsor banner, to include link to sponsor's website, if available. Sponsorship includes contribution to scholarship awarded by GFBPA INVESTMENT: $5000

8. Red Level 2012-2013 Major Sponsor Prominent logo placement on season's show t-shirts, on signs at band events (to include prominent 3x5 banner at the inaugural Grassfield Marching Classic) Recognition at home football games during half-time band performance introduction, recognition during the Grassfield Marching Classic & as permitted at band concerts Half-page sized ad in band event programs, Full-page ad included in Grassfield Marching Classic program Logo placement on our website under season sponsor banner, to include link to sponsor's website, if available. Sponsorship includes contribution to scholarship awarded by GFBPA INVESTMENT: $2500

9. Blue Level 2011-12 Major Sponsor Prominent logo placement on signs at band events (to include signage at the inaugural Grassfield Marching Classic) Recognition at home football games during half-time band performance introduction, recognition during the Grassfield Marching Classic & as permitted at band concerts Half-page sized ad in band event programs, Full-page ad included in Grassfield Marching Classic program Logo placement on our website under season sponsor banner, to include link to sponsor's website if available. Sponsorship includes contribution to scholarship awarded by GFBPA INVESTMENT: $1500

10. White Plus Level 2011-12 Supporting Sponsor Sponsor Name listed on signs at band events (to include signage at the inaugural Grassfield Marching Classic) Recognition at home football games during half- time band performance introduction, recognition during the Grassfield marching Classic & as permitted at band concerts Listed in band event programs, to include Grassfield Marching Classic program, and on our website INVESTMENT: $1000

11. White Level 2011-12 Supporting Sponsor Sponsor Name listed on signs at band events (to include signage at the inaugural Grassfield Marching Classic) Listed in band event programs, to include Grassfield Marching Classic program, and on our website INVESTMENT: $1000

12. Friends of Grassfield Bands Sponsor Name listed in band event programs and on our website (to include inaugural Grassfield Marching Classic program) INVESTMENT: $100-$250

13. Grassfield Bands Sponsors on Website Sponsors will enjoy the name or logo placement positions to the left. These can be linked directly to the sponsors websites.

14. Whats Next? Let a GFBPA representative know which level of sponsorship you or your organization would like to offer. Prepare to be amazed at what your support can do for the hard-working students of the Grassfield Bands Program.

15. Thank you for your support! 2012-13 Grassfield Band Parents Association Executive Board Stephanie Cooke, President gfbpa@cox.net gfbpa@cox.net Sherry Ball, 1st Vice President Jim Farley, 2nd Vice President Jeanne Craven, Jody Michaud Treasurers Becky Broyles, Secretary Lori Seaman, Historian Zachary Rooksby – Band Director Kate Holm – Band Director